“…12, 2016 Their rapid construction can be easily achieved via imino DA reaction (Povarov reaction), using a great variety of commercial anilines, aldehydes and electron-rich alkenes (dienophile). [9][10][11] Recently, the scientific interest on the acid-catalyzed three component ABB' Povarov reaction has increased due to the possibility to generate, in a domino process, structurally differentiated and privileged 2,4-disubstituted THQs with pharmaceutical and new materials applications. [12][13][14] However, there are still main drawbacks in the 2-Me-THQ synthesis via ABB' reactions: expensive reagents including additives and catalysts, toxic and dangerous solvents, and energetic demand (reaction parameters reach until 200 °C).…”